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Caribbean Recipes

Taste the Caribbean in the comfort of your home with our easy-to-make Caribbean recipes. From jerk chicken to spicy rice, expect bold spices and colourful veggies from this delicious cuisine.

Top Rated Caribbean Recipes

Discover our customers’ top-rated Caribbean recipes for a guaranteed mouthwatering meal.

Caribbean Chicken Recipes

From fiery jerk chicken to spicy BBQ chicken bowls, these Caribbean chicken recipes bring island-inspired taste to your table.

Caribbean Rice Recipes

Flavour-packed rice bowls are famous in Caribbean cuisine. Re-create the taste at home with these easy-to-follow recipes.

Vegetarian Caribbean Recipes

It’s the bold, spicy flavours that are the star of the show in Caribbean cuisine, so there are lots of meat-free meals for vegetarians to enjoy.

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Caribbean Recipe FAQs

Is Caribbean food spicy?

Caribbean food can be spicy, but not all dishes are. Many dishes feature hot peppers, like Scotch bonnet, which adds heat, but the level of spiciness can vary depending on the recipe and region.

Is Jamaican food Caribbean?

Yes, Jamaican food is a part of Caribbean cuisine. It shares many ingredients and cooking techniques with other Caribbean islands, but also has unique flavours, such as jerk seasoning.

What is the most popular food in the Caribbean?

The most popular food in the Caribbean varies by island, but dishes like jerk chicken, rice and peas, fried plantains, and curry goat are commonly enjoyed across the region.

What does Caribbean food taste like?

Caribbean food is known for its bold and diverse flavours. It combines spicy, savoury, sweet, and tangy elements, with ingredients like tropical fruits, seafood, and aromatic herbs and spices.

Why are beans called peas in Caribbean food?

In Caribbean cuisine, ‘peas’ often refers to beans due to historical and cultural influences. This naming convention is common in several regions, particularly when referring to leguminous vegetables used in cooking.

What are the six Caribbean food groups?

The six Caribbean food groups are: staples (like rice, bread, and root vegetables), fruits, vegetables, legumes (peas and beans), meats (including fish), and fats and oils. These groups form the foundation of a balanced Caribbean diet.

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